Ognjen Topic Is Ready to Shake Up Muay Thai
He may not be a household name yet, but Serbian‑born, U.S.‑based kickboxer Ognjen Topic is set to put that to rest. The 32‑year‑old has already bagged a swath of titles—his IFK World Lightweight and Lion Fight Lightweight World crowns are evidence of his skill.
Next Big Challenge: ONE Super Series
On Saturday, 12 May in Jakarta, Topic will lock horns with Stergos “Greek Dynamite” Mikkios in a bantamweight Muay Thai clash under the banner ONE: GRIT & GLORY. The bout is one of the kickoff fights for the newly‑launched ONE Super Series, a showcase for the world’s most elite striking fighters.
Why This Fight Matters
- Topic is chasing global recognition and a future title in the ONE Super Series.
- He wants to leave an impact that fans can’t forget.
- He believes a standout performance will set the stage for his next bout.
“If I want to build a bigger name for myself, I have no choice but to make a statement in this fight,” he says. “I’m 100 percent going to put on a great performance that people are going to enjoy.”
Opponent Insight
Mikkios, a Triumph Kombat champion known for his heavy punches and forward‑thrust strategy, is 28 and ready. Topic admits he hasn’t had much time to scout the 28‑year‑old.
“I do not know much about him,” he confesses. “I don’t really study opponents’ fights. If I find them on YouTube, I’ll watch a minute or so of how he fights. That’s more than enough for me. I just need to get the rhythm or style of the fighter and let my coaches finish the game plan. I didn’t know much about him, so I’m just taking it as it comes.”
Work‑Hard Roots
Topic’s dedication traces back to his father, who in the 1990s juggled construction jobs between America and war‑torn Serbia to support his family. After winning an immigration lottery and relocating to New Jersey, the family was given a fresh start.
“I’m always going to be working hard,” Topic says. “I never take any fighter for granted because at the end of the day, anybody can be taken out. You might think someone has no business in the ring, and then they get knocked out because they took the opponent for granted. Those are lessons I’ve learned from others. For me, it doesn’t matter. I’ll keep training as hard as I can because I know they can put me out.”
With a story of perseverance, titles under his belt, and a determined mindset, Topic is ready to turn Jakarta into a stage where he can finally let everyone know his name—and his fists—are not to be messed with.
